Belarus registers first crypto banks under new regulatory framework
- —Two crypto banks registered on September 28, 2026, as High-Tech Park residents
- —Decree No. 19, signed January 16, 2026, requires joint-stock structure and dual oversight by HTP and the National Bank
- —Full operations expected in H2 2026 after listing on the National Bank's register
- —Identities of the two registered institutions were not disclosed
Why it matters: Belarus is among the first to merge crypto and banking licenses into a single institutional category, potentially setting a template for other jurisdictions.
Source: Crypto Briefing